Tamás Orbán is a political journalist for europeanconservative.com, based in Brussels. Born in Transylvania, he studied history and international relations in Kolozsvár, and worked for several political research institutes in Budapest. His interests include current affairs, social movements, geopolitics, and Central European security. On Twitter, he is @TamasOrbanEC.
Merz: “Germany Is a Country of Immigration—and Will Stay That Way”

Merz: “Germany Is a Country of Immigration—and Will Stay That Way”

The new German chancellor’s first address to the nation showed that he’s only interested in fixing public perception rather than actual problems, already failing at both.

May 15, 2025
Party’s Over: EU To Reintroduce Pre-War Tariffs on Ukrainian Imports

Party’s Over: EU To Reintroduce Pre-War Tariffs on Ukrainian Imports

Brussels had no choice but to reluctantly accept what angry farmers have been saying for years.

May 14, 2025
Sinking the ‘Shadow Fleet’: EU Approves 17th Sanctions Package Against Russia

Sinking the ‘Shadow Fleet’: EU Approves 17th Sanctions Package Against Russia

No surprise as Russian LNG is still not banned, allowing Belgium, France, and Spain to continue importing record volumes every year.

May 14, 2025
Victory? EU Court Rules Against von der Leyen in Historic ‘Pfizergate’ Case

Victory? EU Court Rules Against von der Leyen in Historic ‘Pfizergate’ Case

The ruling strikes at Brussels’ culture of secrecy and elite impunity.

May 14, 2025
EXCLUSIVE: EU ‘Censorship Regime’ Must Not “Chill” American Speech, Congressmen Warn Brussels

EXCLUSIVE: EU ‘Censorship Regime’ Must Not “Chill” American Speech, Congressmen Warn Brussels

The House Judiciary Committee is concerned about the Tusk government “weaponizing Poland’s justice system to target and censor political opponents,” with EU-made tools that may have a global impact on free speech.

May 13, 2025
Brussels Antifa Vandalize Another Venue for Hosting Conservative Event

Brussels Antifa Vandalize Another Venue for Hosting Conservative Event

“Free societies are not built by silencing dissent—they are built by debating it, confronting it, and allowing the people to decide,” MCC Brussels wrote in a statement.

May 13, 2025
Pfizergate Chronicles: The Texts That Could Unravel von der Leyen’s Empire

Pfizergate Chronicles: The Texts That Could Unravel von der Leyen’s Empire

The ECJ’s landmark ruling isn’t about vaccines or corruption; it’s a battle for democracy against an elite determined to hide the truth and protect its power.

May 13, 2025
Taking Back Control: Denmark and Italy To Challenge Human Rights Court on Asylum Rules

Taking Back Control: Denmark and Italy To Challenge Human Rights Court on Asylum Rules

“What was once right might not be the answer of tomorrow,” a soon-to-be-released letter argues, still open for other countries to sign.

May 12, 2025
Slovenian Conservatives Call on Government to Resign After Referendum Flop

Slovenian Conservatives Call on Government to Resign After Referendum Flop

Over 92% of voters rejected the left-wing government’s latest power grab that would have elevated progressive ‘art’ above the country’s cultural legacy.

May 12, 2025
Zelensky Ready to Meet Putin Even Without “Unconditional” Ceasefire First

Zelensky Ready to Meet Putin Even Without “Unconditional” Ceasefire First

“There is no point prolonging the killings,” the Ukrainian president said ahead of the (possibly) first direct peace talks since the beginning of the Russian invasion.

May 12, 2025
EU Parliament Delays Vote on Inquiry Into Climate NGO Lobby Scandal

EU Parliament Delays Vote on Inquiry Into Climate NGO Lobby Scandal

The mainstream parties “feel the need for further legal analysis,” a parliamentary source said.

May 8, 2025
EPP Votes Down Patriot Initiative To Suspend Combustion Engine Ban

EPP Votes Down Patriot Initiative To Suspend Combustion Engine Ban

The center-right also rejected the Patriots’ call to extend the delay of compliance with emission reduction targets.

May 8, 2025